Roasted Pumpkin Risotto with Shrimp My Roasted Pumpkin Risotto with Shrimp is a delicious, nutritious and comforting main entrée that is full of savory flavor, protein rich and vitamin and mineral forward! I use carnaroli rice but arborio or calasparra are perfect as well. The pumpkin is roasted with savory shallots, cipollini onion, tomato wedges, […]
Category: Side Dishes
Simply delicious side dishes that complement any entrée!
Lemon Roasted Brussel Sprouts Carrots and Parsnips
Lemon Roasted Brussel Sprouts Carrots and Parsnips This is a simple vegetable roast that makes a perfect side to your holiday turkey or roasted meat of choice! My Lemon Roasted Brussel Sprouts, Carrots and Parsnips is also a nutrition rich vegetarian entrée served over basmati rice! My Lemon Roasted Brussel Sprouts, Carrots and Parsnips is […]
Wild Rice with Chestnuts and Forest Mushrooms
Tomato Risotto with Zucchini and Greens
Tomato Risotto with Zucchini and Greens This vegetarian main is creamy comfort food at it’s best; my Tomato Risotto with Zucchini and Greens uses the abundant harvest of heirloom tomatoes, healthy organic baby greens, organic zucchini and the king of risotto rices, carnaroli! My Tomato Risotto with Zucchini and Greens also makes a delicious side […]
Summer Vegetable Tian
Summer Vegetable Tian My Summer Vegetable Tian is a versatile dish using all the goodness of the late summer harvest! A tian is simply a baked vegetable casserole using whatever is in season. In late summer organic zucchini, tomatoes and peppers are in abundance! I have introduced a Mediterranean twist to my version of Summer […]
Kuku Sabzi with Swiss Chard and Herbs
Kuku Sabzi with Swiss Chard and Herbs An Afghan Herb Filled Frittata The name is Kuku; a baked or fried egg dish laden with traditional sabzi, a stew made with greens and herbs. My Kuku Sabzi with Swiss Chard and Herbs is made with organic Swiss chard along with the traditional green onions, cilantro, dill and […]
Savory Roasted Carrot and Eggplant Tart
Savory Roasted Carrot and Eggplant Tart Prepared puff pastry makes this a simple dish to prepare; organic vegetables make this tart very healthy and a combination of two seasoned cheeses make it protein rich! My Savory Roasted Carrot and Eggplant Tart is filled with roasted organic carrots and eggplant seasoned with savory dill, sage and […]
Chunky German Potato and Ham Salad with Asparagus
Chunky German Potato and Ham Salad with Asparagus My Chunky German Potato and Ham Salad with Asparagus is a delightful warm potato entrée or perfect side dish to your next grill! This potato salad is a winning choice for summer potlucks or any season! I use baked naturally cured ham slices from our local CSA […]
Korean Pancake with Kimchi and Asian Mushrooms
Korean Pancake with Kimchi and Asian Mushrooms My Korean Pancake with Kimchi and Asian Mushrooms is a delicious vegetarian appetizer when dipped in Ponzu sauce or a healthy vegetarian entrée when served with rice or noodles. However it’s served, my Korean Pancake with Kimchi and Asian Mushrooms is another nutritious, vitamin and mineral rich meal […]
Green Pea Sabzi with Lamb and Basmati
Green Pea Sabzi with Lamb and Basmati Green pea sabzi is an Afghan stew that is absolutely delicious, healthy and bursting with flavor! Spiced with Kashmiri pepper, ginger, mustard, coriander, cumin and turmeric, my Green Pea Sabzi with Lamb and Basmati is a dish that you will return to time and again. The peas swim […]